UK Adventures Butlins Minehead Resort – West Lakes Chalets Lakeview Review Posted on May 5, 2025June 3, 2026 By Becky Butlins Minehead West Lakes Chalets: At a Glance Location: West Lakes Village, Butlins Minehead, Somerset Best for: Families with young children, multi-generational groups, couples wanting a quieter base Accommodation style: Modern lakeside chalets with 2 or 3 bedrooms, open-plan living, and private balcony or terrace Key perks: Lake views, dedicated… Read more
Sandcastle Craft Activity Posted on July 1, 2021May 2, 2025 By Becky This craft comes as I’m desperately trying to eek-out the last few weeks of summer (where have you gone?), and feeling inspired after looking forward to our trip to Broadstairs last Friday. A playgroup we attend had a similar sandcastle craft set up the other week, so I thought I’d… Read more
Crafts & Activities for Kids Watercolour Ice Painting Activity Posted on March 13, 2015 By Becky These past 3 weeks we’ve all been under the weather (hence the lack of blogging, in fact, ANYTHING getting done!). First I had flu, that then developed into sinusitis, and this past week both children have been off preschool with tonsillitis. Needless to say, we’ve been climbing the walls slightly,… Read more
Reviews Toddlebike Review Posted on November 13, 2014May 2, 2025 By Becky When I received an email the other week with an offer of a Toddlebike for Sasha to try, I jumped at the chance! We don’t review too many toys, since our place is crammed full already, but if a special one comes up, we are ready and raring! I knew that… Read more
Parenting This moment, this time Posted on November 2, 2014May 2, 2025 By Becky The other day, whilst on holiday, I was standing watching Freddie and Sasha tear around the soft play area in Butlins. What struck me most (besides the ear-piercing screaming) was suddenly how sweet our little one’s relationship had become. Freddie would wait for Sasha to climb up through the holes… Read more
Crafts & Activities for Kids Sandcastle Picture Craft Posted on September 1, 2014May 2, 2025 By Becky This craft comes as I’m desperately trying to eek-out the last few weeks of summer (where have you gone?), and feeling inspired after looking forward to our trip to Broadstairs last Friday. A playgroup we attend had a similar craft set up the other week, so I thought I’d adapt… Read more